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Discord: why kids love it and how you can keep them safe
Learn how you and the kids in your life can use Discord safely.
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Risks of children exposed to sexual violence on Omegle
Omegle’s tagline is self-explanatory; people visit the site to “Talk to Strangers.”
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Are you inadvertently sharing your location and other information in your social media posts?
Learn how to avoid revealing your location when filming videos for social media.
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Making the most of parental controls on devices and apps
Leverage parental controls to empower youth to experience all the advantages of being online while minimizing the risks.
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Stuck in a social media echo chamber? Here’s how to know and get out.
Balance out your social media feed and your perspectives with these tips on how to avoid echo chambers.
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Guide to popular social media and messaging apps
Social media and messaging apps are a great way for young people to connect with others, discover and build community and express themselves. It’s how they…
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#InfluencersVsReality: How influencers impact youth
How can parents emphasize the positive impact influencers can have on youth while highlighting the reality of the content they post? Read on for #TELUSWise…
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Social media crypto extortion scam
The Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre has received reports of scammers gaining control of Instagram accounts. Suspects blackmail victims to record themselves…
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Kids on social media: 3 benefits, 3 risks
In honour of Social Media Day (June 30), we’re examining what’s great about it and areas of caution for kids.
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Online safety tips
Follow these internet safety and privacy tips to protect yourself and your family.
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